Overview

This three year, part-time programme is for dental practitioners who want to improve their skills within the discipline of implant dentistry. This course provides exemplary one-to-one supervision within a private clinical practice setting alongside theoretical teaching to support you on your journey to become a confident implantologist.

A newly curated curriculum matches the purpose-designed Dental School located in Bristol City Centre. Here, you will cover the basics of implant surgery science, restoration and surgical planning in the first year and build on this knowledge across the second year, with hands on practical and simulation exercises to support your learning. In the third year you have the opportunity to complete a dissertation on the topic of your choosing.

We aim to produce caring, knowledgeable and skilful practitioners who are competent in the provision of the planning, surgical, restorative and maintenance aspects of dental implant treatment, within the limits of the individual clinician.

Bench fees are charged for this programme (detailed below). The bench fees are to cover clinical costs, such as sourcing a patient for students to work on, materials for practical sessions and the private clinic we operate from.

 

Programme structure

The first two years contain three units each, two of which are theory-based modules with hands-on sessions and one clinical module where patients are provided, spread over the academic year (September-July). They are designed to suit a working dentist seeking part-time studies.

Year 1 and 2 will require approximately 20 attendance days each, plus additional distance learning sessions and assessments. In year 3, you will work (distance learning) with a supervisor to complete a dissertation in a subject of your choice related to dental implants.

Visit our programme catalogue for full details of the structure and unit content for our MSc Dental Implantology.

Entry requirements

BDS or equivalent United Kingdom General Dental Council registrable dental qualification. Two years' experience after completion of an undergraduate degree.

See international equivalent qualifications on the International Office website.

Read the programme admissions statement for important information on entry requirements, the application process and supporting documents required.

Go to admissions statement

If English is not your first language, you will need to reach the requirements outlined in our profile level B.

Further information about English language requirements and profile levels.

Fees and funding

UK: part-time (three years)
£8,967 per year
Overseas: part-time (three years)
£12,633 per year

Fees are subject to an annual review. For programmes that last longer than one year, please budget for up to an 8% increase in fees each year.

More about tuition fees, living costs and financial support.

Bench fees

Year one: £7,695
Year two: £7,695
Year three: £1,500
Further information about bench fees can be found on our webpages. Confirmation of bench fees will be stated in the offer letter sent to applicants.

Deposit

£2,000 for both home and overseas students.

Alumni discount

University of Bristol students and graduates can benefit from a 25% reduction in tuition fees for postgraduate study. Check your eligibility for an alumni discount.

Funding for 2024/25

The Grundy Educational Trust provides funding for UK citizens or residents looking to complete a postgraduate programme in a STEM subject (sciences, technology, engineering, mathematics).

Further information on funding for prospective UK and international postgraduate students.

Career prospects

This programme is aimed at experienced dental practitioners who would like to develop their skills in providing dental implants for their patients in practice.